22 Clark Island Road, Saint George, ME 04860

'To be elated over a bird's nest or a wildflower in spring--these are some of the rewards of the simple life.' Perhaps Thoreau had it right. Sometimes the reward really is this simple: a comfortable house, a wildflower garden, a path through the woods, and the gentle simplicity of a place that just feels right. Here, on Clark Island Road, is a quietly charming house that feels entirely at home in its surroundings. Set on nearly an acre, with 3 bedrooms, a loft and 1.5 bathrooms, it is comfortable, sturdy and welcoming -- neither too much nor too little. It feels a bit like a nest should -- tucked in, protected and easy to come home to. And then you step outside. Paths disappear into the woods, winding past granite ledge softened by moss and lichen, Black-eyed Susans, apple trees, a pond and gardens that have been lovingly cared for. A covered porch waits out front; around back, a sunny deck opens to it all. Beyond that, a large garden shed doubles as a workshop, and a drive-through...